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The Firs - Elgar’s Birthplace

The birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar is most definitely home to ‘Land of Hope and Glory’. Set in sight of his beloved Malvern Hills, this small family home in the village of Lower Broadheath is the perfect environment for nurturing a creative genius.

Sir Edward William Elgar was an English composer, whose works have entered the British and international classical concert repertoire.

Perhaps by wandering around the garden over the cottage threshold a spark of inspiration may alight in welcomed guests.

Eat,shop,stay is the tearoom with outdoor area within the Visitor Centre (near the car park), where there is also Elgar memorabilia and music for sale.

Things to see and do include The Elgar Experience Exhibition, The Birthplace Cottage, Cottage garden and Visitor Centre.

Dogs: Assistance dogs welcome throughout the property. Other dogs are welcome on leads within the visitor centre (except the tea-room) and the cottage garden, sorry not in birthplace cottage.

Churchfields Farmhouse

Visitor Attraction

Croome Park

Park / Open Space

Discover History

Guided Walking Tour

Droitwich Spa Heritage and Information Centre

Museum

A very friendly and welcoming Tourist Information Centre, and a fascinating permanent local history exhibition.

Droitwich Spa Lido Park

Park / Open Space

Greyfriar's House & Garden NT

Museum

Set in the heart of historic Worcester, The Greyfriar's is a stunning timber-framed merchant’s house.

King Charles II Pub (Worcester)

Food and drink

St Peter's Church, Droitwich Spa

Church or religious building

The Vestry of St. Peter's church is dedicated to the memory of Edward Winslow who was baptised here in 1595.

The Commandery

Visitor Attraction

A glorious Grade I listed building dating back to the 12th century.

The Hive

Educational

Tudor House Museum, Worcester

Museum

Situated on one of the most historic streets in Worcester this 16th century timber framed building brings a vanished Worcester back to life.

Worcester Cathedral

Historic Site

Pilgrim Edward Winslow was educated at King’s School Worcester, which is situated in the Cathedral precinct and was at the time run by the Cathedral.

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Stanbrook Abbey Hotel

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The Wood Norton

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